Historic Preservation Fund Grants-In-Aid

To provide congressionally mandated grants to States, Tribes, Territories, the Freely Associated States, the District of Columbia, Certified Local Governments, and other applicants as defined by Congress, to assist in the identification, evaluation, and protection of historic properties by such means as education, survey, planning, technical assistance, preservation, documentation, and financial incentives like grants and tax credits available for historic properties. Congressionally mandated grants may be in the form of formula grants or congressionally directed spending in the form of community-project funding.

Specific evaluation criteria are included in the funding announcements posted on www.grants.gov. Each State selects sub-grant proposals for funding in accordance with its own priorities within federal requirements.

Matching Requirements: Formula grants are awarded at a ratio of 60 percent Federal, 40 percent State (public and/or private funds and/or allowable in-kind contributions). American Samoa, Guam, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Palau, Republic of Marshall Islands and Virgin Islands are exempt from matching share per Public Law 96-205. Project grants (Congressionally Directed Spending in the form of Community-Project Funding) do not have a matching requirement unless otherwise provided by law.

Fiscal year 2025: This program provides matching grants to State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) to complete work as defined in the National Historic Preservation Act. Funding is used to restore and preserve historic buildings, manage and protect cultural resources, educate the public about historical and cultural heritage, revitalize historic districts and communities, conduct archaeological research and excavations, provide technical assistance and training for preservation professionals, and document and register historic sites. Fiscal year 2026: 1) Preserving and Protecting Historic Places: Funding supports the identification, evaluation, and protection of historic properties that are important to communities and the nation. This includes activities like surveying historic sites, documenting their history, and planning for their preservation. 2) Education and Community Engagement: Grants help educate the public about the value of historic places, including offering workshops, creating educational materials, and providing technical assistance to those interested in preserving their heritage. 3) Supporting Tribal and State Historic Offices: Funding enables Tribal and...